Senior Industrial Permits Engineer and Stormwater Technical Expert; Environmental Engineer

Senior Industrial Permits Engineer and Stormwater Technical Expert (Environmental Engineer
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Location:

Southwest Region Office in Lacey, WA. You must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

Schedule:

Eligible for telework and flexible schedule options. A minimum of one day per pay period is required in the office. Schedule may change based on position needs.

Final date to receive applications:
Apply by May 27, 2026. The position will remain open until filled. Applications received after the deadline may not be considered.

• Write and manage National Pollution Elimination System (NPDES) and State Waste Discharge Permits for industrial facilities.
• Conduct inspections at large, heavily industrial facilities.
• Provide engineering/technical assistance to permit tees.
• Respond to questions and concerns from interested parties.
• Provide engineering/technical assistance to other Water Quality Program staff.
• Monitor and assess compliance with permit requirements and water quality standards.
• Lead the Section in stormwater modeling and stormwater conveyance and treatment for industrial facilities.
• Provide mentorship to younger engineers within the unit.

• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Washington State or an equivalent professional engineer registration in another state.
• Five (5) years of experience in environmental engineering.

• Experience in stormwater NPDES regulatory requirements, treatment system design, stormwater hydrology, and mixing zone dilution modeling.
• Ability to understand and implement state and federal water pollution laws and regulations, permit programs, and policies.
• Effective communication skills—writing, speaking, listening.

Professional engineers licensed in other U.S. jurisdictions or foreign countries must meet Washington State comity requirements. Applicants must verify eligibility before applying.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. The agency is committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, veterans, and all other protected groups are encouraged to apply.

This position is a senior-level role within the Water Quality Program. It involves working with a variety of industrial facility types and processes, providing technical support, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with state surface water and groundwater quality standards.